Casting Call: Outgoing Individuals for Commercial Shoot (Toronto, Canada)
Job Description:
We are looking for outgoing individuals or pairs with great chemistry to participate in an exciting commercial project filming in Toronto, Canada. This is a non-union project, and no prior acting experience is necessary. Participants should be comfortable being filmed and interviewed on camera. If selected, you will have the opportunity to be featured in a national commercial and potentially earn significant compensation if your likeness is used in the final version.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in a commercial shoot that involves both filming and interviews.
- Follow direction from the production team to ensure smooth and effective delivery on camera.
- Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to the filming dates.
- Be available and punctual for both the fitting and the filming days.
Requirements:
- Must be outgoing and have great on-camera chemistry.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- Must be able to film in Toronto.
- No acting experience required, but confidence and comfort on camera are essential.
- Must be available for a wardrobe fitting prior to filming.
Compensation:
- $75 for a wardrobe fitting.
- $600 for one day of filming.
- Up to $5,000 if your likeness is used in the final commercial.
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